The Idaho Oneida County's News Since 1879 Malad City, Idaho
May 21, 2026 | Vol. 146 No. 21
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NEWS IN BRIEF
Ebola in the news again
While Farm Bureau expected a good turnout, the power outage made it even bigger! Lexie Evans, Nancy Asay, Brody Weeks, and Kevin Degn.
“Thank a Farmer” times it perfectly! With some notable exceptions (City Council comes to mind), a large number of Oneida County residents spent last Wednesday evening at the Event Center, which happened to be one of the only places in town with electricity. A power outage, reportedly the result of a power line downed by a vehicle, lasted several hours starting the early afternoon until power was restored around 8:00 p.m. The “Thank a Farmer” event, put on by the Farm Bureau, was intended as an event to thank the community for its support and to support the community with its thanks, but turned into the place to be as everywhere else was out of ways to cook dinner. The Event Center is a designated emergency shelter for the county, and had already demonstrated its effectiveness to that end when a sustained power outage affected the valley during a much colder night several months ago. At that time, the Event Center was opened for those who needed it, most of whom availed themselves of outlets to charge communication devices. This time, hundreds of people filled the tables around the event center as members of the Farm Bureau grilled up food as long as supplies lasted, which carried through until the power
came back on. Food was prepared by the Farm Bureau members, and managed to feed a large number of county residents who were unsure how long the power would be affected. The outage was briefer than the winter event, with response teams on the way very quickly after the outage began. No injuries or other incidents were reported as a result of the lack of power, which thankfully returned before dark. The City Council meeting that is regularly scheduled from the second Wednesday of the month proceeded apace, with some of the meeting conducted with the aid of a portable lantern, indicating the emergency preparedness of the city administration itself, which is rumored to include several Boy Scouts. Over the last several years, emergency preparedness funds dispersed during the COVID era, as well as other grants and funding sources, have been utilized to add to the Event Center’s ability to function as a community gathering place and emergency shelter. The generator setup that allows power for light, heat, and electrical devices is one of the results of those funds, and was in full use during the event, which had been originally planned as an outdoor event at the
Air Show Collision near Mountain Home
Farm Bureau member Dave Colton
City Park. The Park is a hub for construction related to the Bannock Street project at the moment. While the confluence of events was a surprising coincidence, it certainly made the case that a strong community is ready to take on emergencies together, and that when things get a bit more difficult it’s always good to know that you can count on your friends and neighbors to have your back.
“A Weekend for the Books!” Dragons roar at state, bring home trophies It was a weekend for the books for every Malad Dragon fan. With athletes competing in the state softball, baseball, and track, Dragon determination, discipline and drive was on full display. Playing in northern Idaho, the Lady Dragon softball team went two and two to earn a fourth place finish. Coach Bri Adams couldn’t speak enough of the resiliency her team had learned throughout the season, a lesson they were taught again on the softball field as they played for the last time this season. The Dragon baseball team played took the field in Caldwell as the #1 seed, finishing as state runner-up. While the tournament ended in a loss, Coach Chad Maroney emphasized several strong highlights from the season and postseason run. Easton Green provided a steady spark for the Dragons all year, while senior Kurt Ward closed his
final season with 11 pitching starts and key wins, including an important opening victory over Salmon at state. Defensively, Malad’s outfield stood out with its speed, range, and strong arms that consistently limited extra bases. Coach Maroney expressed pride in the team’s effort, growth, and achievement in returning to the championship game. The MHS track and field team returned to the Middleton track with 29 athletes, more than half of them competing in multiple events. Over the two day championship meet, Malad’s competitors rose to the top as some of the best in the state. The boys team tallied an impressive 80.5 points to secure a second place title with the girls team placing fourth with 54.5 points. This feat wasn’t accomplished by just a few medal finishes, but by nearly each MHS athlete adding points to the team’s score. The
team’s results were full of not only medaling finishes but multiple personal bests, showcasing the results of their continued hard work and commitment over the course of the season. Among the crowned individual state champions were a number of Malad winners, including Bostyn Burbidge, Braun Nalder, Brielle Bastian, and Kaycee Venable. Their stand out performances played a crucial part in the team’s ultimate achievement. While these performances showcase the talent of the many MHS athletes, it more importantly demonstrates the lengths these athletes will go in an attempt to reach the potential within, a lesson that will carry them through their entire lives. An in-depth look at the Dragons at their respective state tournaments starts on page 11.
INSIDE THE ENTERPRISE FFA......................................................Pg. 2 Museum Opening................................Pg. 3 Puzzles................................................Pg. 6
An Ebola outbreak is currently centered in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and neighboring Uganda and involves the rare Bundibugyo strain of the virus, which has no approved vaccine or specific treatment. The World Health Organization has declared the outbreak a “public health emergency of international concern” after reports of more than 300 suspected cases and roughly 80–90 deaths. Cases have been concentrated in conflict-affected areas of eastern Congo, where insecurity and population movement have complicated containment efforts. Uganda has confirmed imported cases linked to travel from Congo. Health officials are focusing on isolation, contact tracing, border screening, and supportive medical care to slow transmission. The U.S. CDC has activated emergency response measures and is monitoring several Americans potentially exposed in the region, though officials say the overall risk to the U.S. public remains low.
Looking Back.......................................Pg. 7 Seniors................................................Pg. 9 Sports..........................................Pgs. 11-12
A the midair collision involving two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler jets during the Gunfighter Skies Air Show near Mountain Home Air Force Base on Sunday. Witnesses reported seeing parachutes deploy after the aircraft collided, and the four crew members successfully ejected before the planes crashed. Emergency responders quickly secured the area, and the remainder of the air show was canceled while federal authorities and military investigators began examining the cause of the accident. A video taken by a spectator shows the two aircraft appear to make contact and then spin in tandem as the crew members eject and their parachutes open. The planes then fall together, exploding into a fireball upon impact as the crew members drop to the ground nearby.The dramatic footage circulated widely online and drew national attention because of the rarity of such incidents during a public demonstration event. No one on site was injured as a result of the incident.
Memorial Day Schedule Malad's annual Memorial Day events will take place at the City Cemetery on Monday, May 25 at 11:00 a.m. The featured speaker will be Mark Howard. Earlier in the day, the American Legion Post 65 will be visiting other local cemeteries to provide three volley salutes: Snowville @ 9am, Holbrook @ 9:30 am, St. John @ 10:15 am, Pleasantview @ 12:15 pm, Samaria @ 12:30, Portage @ 1:15 pm, Washakie @ 1:30 pm, and Cherry Creek @ 2:15 pm. The Memorial Day breakfast will be held at the City Park in Malad from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. The breakfast is $10. All members of the Post are invited to participate in the services, and all county residents are encouraged to attend the services.
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Greenhand degrees
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FFA Banquet ends a strong year BY LYNDEE NIMER, HISTORIAN
The Malad FFA Chapter held its end-of-the-year Awards Banquet on Wednesday, April 29, where they recognized many state competing teams, awarded FFA Degrees, honorary degrees, and awards. They also announced their 2026-2027 officer team. The first degree given to the members was the Greenhand degree, which an FFA member earns by being enrolled in an agriculture education class for at least a semester of the school year and developing and
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supervising a supervised agricultural experience. The chapter handed out 50 greenhand degrees. The next degree given was the chapter degree. To earn the chapter degree, a member has to hold a greenhand degree, productively invest 150 dollars or 45 hours in their supervised agricultural experience. The chapter handed out a total of 23 chapter degrees. The chapter had a total of 6 State FFA degrees, which only the Idaho FFA can bestow. The chapter has 1 American degree, Alivia Waldron, who will receive her degree in October at the na-
tional convention. The chapter handed out 4 honorary degrees. The first honorary degree went to Robert Hannah for his devotion to the Malad FFA Chapter. The second honorary degree went to JaNae Daniels for her support of the FFA chapter. The third honorary degree, Sawyer Fonnesbeck, for training our livestock judging and parliamentary procedure teams. The last honorary degree went to GeAnna Roe for chaperoning multiple fieldtrips and competitions. Malad FFA has had a very successful year,
State degrees
Honorary Chapter degrees
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Officer Team 2026-2027
with many successful fieldtrips, competing teams, and industry tours. We are very excited for the upcoming year and all it has to offer! The 20262027 officer team: President: Trevor Allen Vice President: Samantha Schrenk Student Advisor: BreElle Ferree Secretary: Kambrea Higley Reporter: Cecilee Hill Treasurer: William Evans Sentinel: Mason Eliason Historian: Lyndee Nimer District Officer: Sunni Barnes
NELL J. REDFIELD Trivia MEMORIAL HOSPITAL America 250 Trivia – Week 4 of 8: Signers -
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Challenge Week 4
Can you identify prominent founding figures of our nation from just a fe win a flag. Top scorers will be entered into a weekly drawing to win a B winner will be entered into a drawing for a final grand prize.
ICE CREAM SOCIAL
FRIDAY, MAY 29 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM AT THE HOSPITAL, 150 N. 200 W. BRING YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND SWEET TOOTH FOR FREE ICE CREAM AND PRIZE DRAWINGS PLEASE JOIN US AS WE THANK OUR COMMUNITY FOR YOUR ONGOING SUPPORT!
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The Oneida County America250 Committee invites the community to take part in the America 250 Founders Challenge, an 8-week interactive trivia experienceThis celebrating the open-book people who shaped our is an challenge! nation’s founding. Useclues thistowebsite to help Each week, participants will match historical figures from you: the Revolutionary era, including both well-known founders and lesshttps://www.whitehouse.gov/freedom250/founders er-known individuals who played important roles in America’s story. Challenges will be available in the local newspaper, and online through a QR code. Participants can play weekly for a chance to win small prizes, Scan the QR Code to complete the Trivia Challen with a grand prize awarded to the individual who correctly completes the most challenges over the full 8 weeks. This program is part of the nationwide celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in 2026. The QR Code here will take you to a page where you can test your trivia knowledge on 250 years of American History. Congratulations to last week's winner: Alexandra Evans!
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2026 Library Read-A-Thon
Another Busy Week! As sometimes happens, we have more to cover than available space this week, so here is a preview of what is coming next week… • The Playground at Malad City Park held its official ribbon cutting on Monday • MMS and MHS bands and choirs performed amazing yearend programs • Samaria was the site of end of year educational trips last week • District Rodeo was held, with a brief break before State
former MHS grad JD Tovey was recognized for his professional work • a contestant with local ties made an impressive appearance on Jeopardy, • and a lot more! We would love to be able to get everything in every week, but when it rains it pours, as they say. Look for those stories and more in next week’s Enterprise, which will also cover graduation ceremonies at MHS.
At the Idaho Teen Film Festival held in Idaho Falls on May 2, student filmmakers from across the state showcased their creativity, storytelling, and production skills in a celebration of young talent and independent film. The festival’s top honor, Best in Show, went to Cumorah Carter for her emotional film Light and Darkness, which earned the grand prize of $1,000. The film follows two sisters navigating difficult times after the older sister is diagnosed with cancer, highlighting the emotional and physical struggles their family faces together. Carter credited her family for helping make the production possible and supporting her throughout the filmmaking process. Among the standout winners was Jack Willie, a video production student of Mrs. Shannon Davis, who earned first place in the Commercial Category. Willie received a trophy and $300 in cash for his one-minute advertisement titled Oxford Packing, a humorous and creative commercial promoting a local butcher shop. Willie said he enjoys bringing comedic value into his productions and believes humor helps audiences connect with a project. To enhance the
overall quality of his commercial, he also used artificial intelligence tools to help create an original soundtrack for the film. The festival featured filmmaking workshops led by two assistant directors working in the film industry. One instructor had experience working on Thunderbolts*, while another had contributed to videos related to Book of Mormon projects with Josh Moody. Students had the opportunity to learn professional filmmaking techniques and gain insight into careers in media production. Outside the festival, Willie has also been active in business and leadership competitions. He recently competed at the regional Business Professionals of America competition at Idaho State University, qualifying for state alongside his best friend, Jens Huckaby. Looking ahead, Willie plans to pursue a career in video production at Brigham Young University–Idaho. His advice to students considering a video production class is simple: “Use your resources.” More information and festival highlights can be found on the festival’s Instagram page at Idaho Teen Film Festival Instagram.
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ONEIDA PIONEER MUSEUM
GRAND ANNUAL OPENING
CELEBRATION AND BAKE SALE
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This year’s read-a-thon organized by the Friends of the Oneida County Library, was a success! Both in terms of raising funds and promoting literacy. The event raised a total of $3,690.53 and 48,634 minutes were read. There were 22 participants, with eight of them raising over $100 each. The participants had a great time at the reward party on Thursday, May 14th behind the Oneida County Events Center. The weather was perfect while the kids had a blast playing in a bounce house and the adults visited. Pizza and cookies were enjoyed by all. Then came the awarding of the grand prizes: Adler Zahn for most money raised, and Levi Balazs for most minutes read. Each youth received a 2 liter bottle of soda, a bag of little prizes, and was entered into a drawing for even more prizes! The Friends of the Oneida County Library would like to thank the people and businesses who donated prizes! (See below) PARTICIPANTS Levi Balazs Sheryl Gardner Parker Youngblood Weston Goeckeritz David Gardner Peter Hansen Paul Hansen Owen Allen Lara Goeckeritz Amber Allen Journey Profaizer
Addison Zahn Adler Zahn Oliver Reiss Elle Evanson Ann Rethard Petra Gardner Fredrick Gardner Chris Bowen Allison Baer Max Baer Marlow Baer
GRAND PRIZE WINNERS Most money raised: Adler Zahn Most minutes read: Levi Balazs RUNNERS UP 2nd most money raised: Addison Zahn 2nd most minutes read: Allison Baer PRIZE & PARTY SPONSORS LaGrange Aquatic Center Bamma Wamma's HessX13 Team Anderson Woodworking Lava Hot Springs Cache Valley Fun Park Nell J. Redfield Hospital / John Williams Marie Perez / Mnt. Vernon Rocks Little Bear Bottoms Meagan Hinz Oneida Quilt Guild Two Hearts Printing Eric Martin Pizza Stop Broulim’s Let’s Bounce Oneida County
Youth participants: Parker Youngblood, Journey Profaizer, Paul Hansen, Peter Hansen, Owen Allen, Levi Balazs, Weston Goeckeritz, Adler Zahn, Addison Zahn, Petra Gardner, Fredrick Gardner. (Oliver Reiss, Elle Evanson, Max Baer, Marlow Baer, not pictured)
Grand and runner up winners: Levi Balazs, Adler Zahn, Addison Zahn. (Allison Baer, not pictured)
4-H and FFA SHEEP/GOAT WEIGH-IN SATURDAY, MAY 30 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
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Museum opens Saturday OBITUARIES The Oneida Pioneer Museum will hold its annual Grand Opening and Bake Sale on Saturday, May 23, 2026. The Bake Sale, a fund raiser for the Museum, will be from noon to 2:00 p.m., and the Museum will be open from noon until 5:00 p.m. that day. The Museum will be open on Memorial Day from 11:00 – 5:00. Regular hours will begin on Tuesday, May 26. The Museum is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day from 1:00 – 5:00 Tuesdays through Saturdays. Appointments can be made for visits at other times by contacting Board members. This year the Museum will feature displays of items related to the histo- The museum is featuring items from US ry of the United States as history, with a focus on military service for the part of the America 250 America 250 year celebration. The museum celebration. Military uni- opens this weekend. forms, flags, and pictures Board members are Jean Thomas, of Oneida County veterans Bill Lewis, Nicole Smith, Julie Wilwill be on display in the windows lie, Janice Vaughan, Joan Hawkins, and throughout the Museum. For Dotty Evanson, Sharon Harris, Daexample, the daughters of W. Griff vid Gilgen, Marvin Hess, Lorna BriJenkins recently donated to the Mugnone, Sarah Robbins, and Hailey seum a portrait of their father when Sweeten. he was stationed in Japan during the Everyone is invited to visit Korean War. Painted by a Japanese Malad’s local repository of items artist, Griff sent it home as a Christimportant to the history of Oneida mas gift for his parents. Griff’s wife, County. Admission to the Museum Jeanne, donated his West Point great is free. Even if you have visited the coat to the Museum a few years ago. Museum in the past, come again and Visitors will be greeted by Hostsee new artifacts and new displays. ess Paige Robbins Tavoian or Host Stop by for the bake sale and stay to Brent Bowen this summer. Museum view new displays at your Oneida Board members will serve as volPioneer Museum. unteer hosts or hostesses as needed.
Oneida Interfaith Council Annual Mother’s Day Celebration BY TONI WERK
Oneida Interfaith Council held the Annual Mothers Day Event at Broulims Market on Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 10 AM to 2 PM. Moms (or a family member) signed up to win gifts including Hanging Flower Baskets donated by Edith’s Collective, Broulims, MDS Garden and Bloomfull in Weston. Two $50.00 Gift Certificates donated by The Pines Restaurant and Flavortown Grill, and a $10.00 Gift Certificate donated from the Frozen Cow. Autumn Mello of Color Street Cosmetics donated a lovely bag loaded with everything a mom would want to look beautiful!! Interfaith Council donated four flower baskets from the Malad High School Horticulture Nursery and one from a generous supporter. Over 100 ladies were entered and 13 winners were announced. They
include Brianna Charles, “Cheryl”, Angel Hartley, Kristy Eliason, Leila Hoopes, Bonnie Murphy, Kendal Cox, Nicole Adkins, Gail Wall, Tasha Fullerton, Mira Nielson, Julie Williams and Patti Luckett. Many children who came to shop with mom or a family member had an opportunity to color and write a special note in Mother’s Day Cards and Special Book Marks to present to their moms. Hostesses this year included Holly Llewellyn, Julie Williams, Tina Fesler, Margaret Wall and Toni Werk. Thanks to both Pastor Jack Harwell and Modeator Ron Fesler for setting up chairs and tables and the canopy (which saved the day!). Interfaith Council is making plans for the Father’s Day Event coming up June 20th at Hess Lumber. Details are in the making, so watch for ads and information.
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David DeMar Nielsen May 23, 1964 ~ May 11, 2026
David DeMar Nielsen Jr. was born on May 23, 1964, in Malad, Idaho, to David DeMar Nielsen and Marjorie Ward, and he was raised there. He attended Malad Elementary and Malad High School, graduating in May 1982. He enjoyed football, basketball, and track, and played trombone in the high school band. He especially loved spending time outdoors. Some of his most treasured memories were made working on the family farm alongside his grandfather, Charles Nielsen; his father, David Nielsen; his brother, Bryan; his uncle, Elden; and his cousin, Kirk. After graduating from high school, DeMar chose to serve a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was called to the England Leeds Mission in 1983. When he returned home, he worked in construction on the Malad City 2nd Ward tabernacle. He later worked at La-Z-Boy in Tremonton for 12 years before relocating to Logan, Utah. During that time, DeMar joined a softball league, and it was there that he met the love of his life. At that game, she had actually come to watch someone else—but DeMar not only stole home, but he also stole her heart. They were married on August 4, 1990, in the Logan, Utah, Temple. They were married for 35 wonderful years, and their story only grew sweeter from there. Together, they were blessed with three beautiful children: Jordan, Shaylee, and Bubba. DeMar spent more than 30 years working in a variety of auto mechanic jobs before heart problems made it difficult for him to continue the strenuous physical labor he had done for so long. As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, DeMar served in many callings, but the one he loved most was serving in the Primary. That love was reflected in the way he treasured his children and grandchildren, who were among the greatest joys of his life. He always had a story to tell or a video to share, and he especially adored his grandbabies. DeMar was often known for being opinionated and direct, but to those who knew him best—especially his children—he was a big, gentle teddy
bear. He would do anything for anyone, often going the extra mile to repair a vehicle or offer advice about a squeak, rattle, or leak. If DeMar teased you or gave you a hard time, it was his way of showing love. He was truly one of a kind and will be deeply missed. He is survived by his wife, Jordana (Richmond, Utah); Jordan, Kaulder, and Marjorie (North Carolina); Shaylee (Richmond, Utah); Brayden “Bubba” and Annie, Theo, and Madie (American Fork, Utah). Siblings, Pamela Nielsen (Murray, Utah); Bryan and Shelly Nielsen (Logan, Utah), and Kirstine and Brian Isaacson (Clinton, Utah); Steve and Angie Ross (South Jordan, Utah); and Eva Lou Nielsen (Malad, Idaho). DeMar is preceded in death by his father, mother, grandparents, and other family members. Viewing and Funeral services will be held at the LDS chapel in Richmond, Utah, 135 West Main Street, Richmond, Utah 84333. Viewing will be on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 6:00 – 7:30 pm and on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from 10:00 – 11:30. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 12:00 pm. Interment will be at the Richmond City Cemetery, 350 200 E, Richmond, UT 84333 The family would like to thank Logan Regional, McKay Dee, and IHC hospitals in Murray, Utah, for the exceptional care provided to DeMar during his many treatments.
FamilySearch Digitizing Center: Preserving Memories with Innovation BY KATHY KENT
Malad Stake FamilySearch Digitizing Center: Where Your Family’s Past Meets the Future At the heart of preserving family heritage lies the FamilySearch Digitizing Center, a place brimming with state-of-the-art technology dedicated to safeguarding your memories. Here, visitors find a comprehensive suite of resources designed to convert a wide range of analog media and documents into
accessible digital formats. Whether you are bringing in decades-old tapes, precious photo albums, handwritten journals, or oversized certificates, the center delivers both the expertise and the equipment needed to ensure your history is never lost and all at no cost to the patron. Audio Preservation: Cassette Tape Conversion For those with collections of casFAMILYSEARCH On Page 8
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Grandparents Only Not recommended for parents or kids... BY GRAMMA DOT
I’ve learned a few things over seven decades of life: beginnings and endings are important and if they are good, what happens in the middle takes care of itself. A good morning makes for a good day and a reminder every night of blessings, keeps one thinking about blessings. When the grandkids are around, we try to start on a good note and end with a good thought. Hence, the “Happy Plate” song which is original and sung to the tune of Popcorn Popping and “To Be Born Welsh” which is traditional and attributed to Brian Harris (1967). Happy Plate Song (Popcorn Popping tune) “I woke up this morning and what did I see? A Happy Plate looking up at me. Breakfast had brought me such a nice surprise, A Happy Plate right before my eyes!
My sunny side eggs seemed to jiggle with glee, My cinnamon toast shouted out, ’Whoopee!’ Grandma loves me so, this day will be great, All because it started on a Happy Plate!” And to end the day… “To be born Welsh is to be born privileged, Not with a silver spoon in your mouth, But with music in your heart, and poetry in your soul.” Now, you need to find your own beginnings and endings, and you’ll know what works for you when you stop to think about it. As Grandparents, anything we can do to help our grandkids navigate life in a positive way is worth the effort. Make it quick, make it fun and make a Good Life!
SCHOOL MENU
Malad Elementary Breakfast Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk Monday, May 11 - Cereal Assortment, Waffle, Fruit Tuesday, May 12 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Fruit Wednesday, May 13 - Cereal Assortment, Mini Pancakes, Fruit Thursday, May 14 - Cereal Assortment, Ham Egg & Cheese, Breakfast Bar, Fruit Malad Elementary Lunch Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk Monday, May 11 - Crispito, Cheese Refried Beans, Food Choices Carrot Sticks or Fruit Cocktail Tuesday, May 12 - Cheeseburger, Chips, Food Choices - Corn or Peaches Wednesday, May 13 - Grilled Cheese, Chips, Food Choices Green Beans or Grapes Thursday, May 14 - Chicken Nuggets, Mac & Cheese, Food Choices - Sliced Cucumbers or Pears
Curlew Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee & Salad Bar May 26 - Sweet & Sour Chicken, Fried Rice, Breadstick, Egg Roll, Peaches, Dessert May 28 - Pulled Pork Sandwiches, French Fries, Garlic Bread, Applesauce, Dessert
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Malad Middle & High School Breakfast - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk Monday, May 11 - Cereal Assortment, Breakfast on a Stick, Breakfast Burrito, Fruit Tuesday, May 12 - Cereal Assortment, Apple Cinnamon Texas Toast, Fruit Wednesday, May 13 - Cereal Assortment, Waffle Sandwich, Fruit Thursday, May 14 - Cereal Assortment, Bagel w/Cr3eam Cheese, Yogurt/Muffin Malad Middle & High School Lunch - Served with Fruit, Choice of Juice or Milk Monday, May 11 - Southwest Burrito, Tater Tots, Salad Bar, Food Choices - Corn or Fruit Cocktail Tuesday, May 12 - Cheesy Ham & Potatoes, Breadstick, Salad Bar, Food Choices - Green Beans or Apple Wednesday, May 13 - Chicken Sandwich, Baked Fries, Salad Bar, Food Choices - Carrot Sticks or Peaches Thursday, May 14 - Crispito, Spanish Rice, Salad Bar, Food Choices Sliced Cucumbers or Pears
Malad Senior Citizens’ Menu
Every meal served with Juice/ Milk/Coffee May 22 - Fish Sandwiches, Coleslaw, Fresh Fruit, Dessert May 27 - Swiss Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Rolls, Dessert
NEWS OF RECORD
BIRTHDAYS Ronda Crowther, May 22 Trevor Hess, May 22 Joan Nielsen, May 22 Tyrell Thomas, May 22 Regene Jones, May 23 Mindy Smith, May 23 Derek Peterson, May 23 Jack Blackner, May 23 Kathy Kent, May 24 Mark Price, May 24 Justin Burnett, May 25 Hesston Harrison, May 25 Marie Dora Merrick, May 25 Kristi Richardson, May 25 Braxton Beck, May 26 Bracken Degn, May 26 Rick Griffiths, May 26 Brandon Hess, May 26 Everett King, May 26 Leigh Bennett, May 27 Doris Fleming, May 27
Mike Semrad, May 27 Cameron Watkins, May 27 Anne Crowther, May 28 Allison Gunter, May 28 Maudi Hernandez, May 28 Arne Jones, May 28 David Kimberling, May 28 Ireta Norstrom, May 28 Edna Palmer, May 28 Beau Bingham, May 29 Blake Buehler, May 29 Bob Crowther, May 29 Zachary Hubbard, May 29 Shelia Wakley, May 29 If you would like to add yourself, your kids, loved one, friend or family member to our weekly birthday list, contact Sherrie at 208-766-4773 or email sherrie.w@idahoenterprise.com
ON THIS DAY
1819 First bicycles (swift walkers) in US introduced in NYC
1881 American Red Cross founded by Clara Barton 1906 Louis H. Perlman patents a demountable tire carrying rim for cars 1908 First American horror movie silent film "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" premieres in Chicago
of the Atlantic
1932 After flying for 17 hours from Newfoundland, Amelia Earhart lands near Londonderry, Northern Ireland, completing the first solo transatlantic flight by a woman 1969 Robert F. Kennedy's murderer Sirhan Sirhan sentenced to death, later commuted to life imprisonment
1914 Greyhound Bus Company is founded by Carl Wickman in Hibbing, Minnesota
1980 "Star Wars Episode V - Empire Strikes Back", produced by George Lucas opens in cinemas in UK and North America
1918 US House of Representatives passes amendment allowing women to vote
2013 Microsoft announces the release of Xbox One
1927 Aviator Charles Lindbergh, in the Spirit of St. Louis, lands in Paris after the first solo air crossing
2017 Barnum & Bailey Circus performs for the last time at the Nassau Coliseum in NYC after 146 years
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ONEIDA COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Theydon Lawrence Carr, Malad, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Haden Hansen, Malad, backing violation, $33.50, costs $56.50 MALAD CITY Sparro Scott, Goose Creek, vehicle tail lamp violation of requirements for a motor vehicle, $10.50, costs $56.50 IDAHO STATE POLICE Anthony Isaac Devron, Pocatello, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50 Benjamin N Huerta, Idaho Falls, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Iana Lynn Sayer, Dallas, speeding, $33.50, costs $56.50 Kymble Kristeen Wyman, Idaho Falls, speeding (16 mph or over), $98.50, costs $56.50 IDAHO FISH AND GAME Kai Lin, Midvale, fish without license (not salmon steelhead, sturgeon or bull trout), $26.00, costs $165.00 MAGISTRATE COURT Brayeden Trey Apodaca, Brigham City, possession of marijuana, $300.00, costs $197.50 – Agency: ISP RECORDED LIST May 8, 2026 Deed of Trust - Grantor: Kenneth Nimer, Krystal Nimer; Grantee: Mountain America Federal Credit Union Deed of Trust - Grantor: Darlyne D Crow Trustee, The Darlyn K Crow Revocable Living Trust; Grantee: Mountain America Federal Credit Union Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Kevin P Moran; Grantee: Richard Neville, Sherrie A Neville May 11, 2026 Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Carrington Mortgage Services LLC, First American Title Insurance Company, Primelending; Grantee: Sterling Earl Purser Jessica Purser Corrected Deed of Trust - Grantor: Judd R. Daniels, Alicia V. Daniels; Grantee: American Financing Corporation
May 12, 2026 Execution of Judgment Foreclosure - Grantor: Laondepot.com LLC, Oneida County Sheriff; Grantee: Steven R Mills Notice of Levy - Grantor: Loandepot.com LLC, Oneida County Sheriff; Grantee: Steven R Mills Marriage License - Addler Glen Tubbs to Marry Krisie Lee Angell Warranty Deed - Grantor: Doyle Talbot, David D Talbot, Tansy Talbot; Grantee: McClellan Family Trust, Jeremy McClellan, Kelli McClellan Substitution of Trustee - Grantor: Academy Mortgage Corporation, Lester Wall, Northern Title Company; Grantee: Kevin P Moran Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Kevin P Moran; Grantee: Lester Wall May 13, 2026 Deed of Trust - Grantor: Russel Evan Howe, Carol Howe; Grantee: American Financing Corporation Warranty Deed - Grantor: Willis Contracting LLC; Grantee: Chris Draper Deed of Trust - Grantor: Chris Draper; Grantee: Intercap Lending INC Substitution of Trustee - Grantor: Darlyne D. Crow; Grantee: Wasatch Peaks Federal Credit Union, First American Title Insurance Company Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Wasatch Peaks Federal Credit Union; Grantee: Darlyne D. Crow Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Northern Title Company of Idaho, Ireland Bank; Grantee: Michael W. Hair, Linda K. Hair May 14, 2026 Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: Utah First Federal Credit Union, Northern Title Company of Idaho INC; Grantee: Jennifer Critchlow, Austin Critchlow Deed of Reconveyance - Grantor: U.S. Bank Trust Company; Grantee: Russell Evan Howe, Carol Howe Warranty Deed - Grantor: Sidney Hadley, Wendy Hadley; Grantee: Sidney Gates Hadley
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ANNOUNCEMENTS, MALAD AA/NA MEETINGS, Tuesday and Thursday at 8:00 p.m., Saturday, 7:00 p.m., Call: Rick M. 208-7663584; Gary B. 435-230-3734; Jack H. 208-830-7371; or Kirk S. 208241-2297; or AA Hotline 208-2351444. (1-52)
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5 YEARS AGO (2021) Kris "Has Left The Building!" To My Dear Friends, This is my last edition of The Idaho Enterprise. If you think I am not sobbing, you are wrong. The Idaho Enterprise is my pride and joy. It is my soul. It is everything to me. I have given it my all. I care deeply about the good people of the county, and about the future. The Enterprise will carry on under quite capable management and ownership. It will be guided to a new level, but still stay hometown news. I am pleased. Farewell, Kristine Deschamps Smith
10 YEARS AGO (2016) To be inducted to the Oneida County Hall of Fame for 2016 is J. Dennis “J.D.” Williams, who will be honored for his outstanding achievements in business, legal and politics/public service. After holding meetings and further discussing the worrisome problem of Quagga and Zebra mussels, the directors of the Deep Creek Irrigation Company have decided to move forward and close the reservoir to all watercraft. The American Legion Ernest W. Jones Post #65 and The American Legion Auxiliary will once again be sponsoring their traditional Memorial Day program on Monday, May 30, at the Malad City Cemetery. They have announced that Curtis Hoskins will be the guest speaker. The Stone Elementary students visited the Ogden Botanical Gardens where they took a tour of the gardens. They were shown cottage gardens, a Japanese garden, a Japanese maple tree, a tulip tree, a giant Sequoia tree; a vegetable garden and a rose garden with 314 varieties of roses were some of the highlights. Those students making the trip were Brigham Hubbard, Nathan Edwards, Rasp Carter, Sydnee Sorenson, Mason Eliason, Julissa Lopez, Morgan Wells, Dayton Bird, Quade Carter, Valeria Osequera , Emma Bird and their teacher Virginia Neal. Malad High School has a new team of Dragonettes in place for the 2016 – 2017 school year. The Dragonettes have a new coach and new faculty advisor. Callie Werk will be leading the team as the new coach. She will be assisted by Lyndsie Thomas as the new faculty advisor. This year’s team includes Captain Rachel Green, Co-Captain Justice Servoss, Kassy Love, Kallee Warren, Daysia Harris, Jordan Pope, McKenzie Colton, Tori Morrison, Ashlyn Price, Savannah Poulson, Marion Smith and Mesa Paskett. 15 YEARS AGO (2011) The 2011 Malad Classic Car Show, held Friday and Saturday, was a huge success for the Malad Chamber of Commerce, with an estimated 1,500 people attending, according to event organizers. Louis Shrope and his 1949 Black Studebaker Pick-up truck won Founder’s Best Paint and Best of Show. Mike Hess won Best Interior with his 1968 Gold Camaro and Brad Hess won Bike of Choice for his 2009 Victory Jackpot motorcycle. Oneida County voters went to the polls during Tuesday’s election and approved Malad City’s annexation into the Oneida County Fire District.
ings will be held throughout the day and Andee Parry will be there to help celebrate with a baked goods sale.
15 YEARS AGO (2011) The Malad High School District golf team included, left to right, Coach Darin Hess, Cody Hoskins, Zack Jeppsen, Alex Hornell, Chris Hess, Dallas Degn and Coach Darrell Tripp.
They also cast their votes for two new Oneida School Board trustees, Scott Danielson for Zone 3 and Larry Etherington for Zone 4. On April 30 at the Blackfoot Performing Arts Center, 440 people attended the Grand Teton Council’s Annual Boy Scout Recognition Night. At that event, Brian Jeppsen was named the Silver Beaver Award recipient for 2010. The Malad High School golf team made history by placing second in the 2A Fifth District Golf Tournament, held in Preston on May 11. The Malad High School golf team included Cody Hoskins, Zack Jeppsen, Alex Hornell, Chris Hess, and Dallas Degn. Coaches are Darin Hess and Darrell Tripp. The Malad High School Class of 2011 has invited Coach McKay Young to be the keynote speaker at the Commencement Exercises on May 25. 20 YEARS AGO (2006) The Oneida School Board Election, slated for May 16, was canceled and candidates Ivan Jensen and Kathleen Atkinson were automatically issued certificates of election. Neither of the two had opposition. Former Malad resident Leslie Anne Jones was awarded a Bachelor’s Degree in History during the Idaho State University College of Arts and Sciences commencement ceremonies held on May 13. The Grizzly Canyon Rendezvous was held for the fourth time at Malad Elementary School on May 5. Presenting to the students were: Jeff Christiansen as Crazy Coyote, Jon Christiansen as Yellowstone Jon, Jim Hill as Grizzly Jim, Tom Jenkins as White Horse, Joann Ward as Magpie, Oja Family Band as The Devil Creek Band, Sid Lewis as Mighty Hunter, Brian Jeppsen as Straight Arrow, Daryl Peterson as Soars With Eagles, and Steve Stayner as Trapper Steve. Jonathan Jensen, son of Ivan and Katie Jensen, has been selected to attend Gem Boys State. Boys State will be held June 4 through June 10 at Gowen Field in Boise. Victorio Richard Hernandez of Malad earned a Certificate in Practical Nursing from Boise State University at the 78th commencement ceremonies on May 13 in Taco Bell Arena. He is employed at the Veterans Hospital in Boise with plans to continue pursuing a bachelor’s degree and Registered Nursing certificate.
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40 YEARS AGO (1986) Pearl Jones bid her 6 year-old students farewell for the last time. It was the end of an era for the teacher and her ABC Pre-School. She will be retiring now from her teaching career that has spanned 23 years in Malad, over 8 years in Wyoming, and has included over 1,000 youngsters. Dan Williams and Spencer Atkinson were returned to the trustee’s table during the Oneida School Board election. New Student body officers were elected at Malad High School on May 9th. They are: John Williams, president; Steve Gunnell, vice president; Heather Davis, historian; Brett Horsley, business manager and Paula Madsen, head cheerleader. Bob and Kathy Kent and Ken and Tracy Ward are joining forces to start a new business called “The Bargain Detectives.” The Grand Opening will be a flea market held on May 24th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Ward residence. This will feature many of the items that will be available at low prices. Draw-
60 YEARS AGO (1966) Ralph Burton was named Malad City Chief of Police at a special city council meeting Friday evening. He will succeed William E. Thomas who plans to retire this month. Named as police officer to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Royal O. Swenson, was Lyle Hallo The newest members of the gallon and two gallon Red Cross Blood donors are Neil Thorpe, Lynn Elcock and Royce Jones, 2 gallons, Carl Willie, Veryl Henrie, Kleal J. Price, Berthel Crowther, Paul Mills, A, Lloyd Hubbard and Albert Ekstrom, 1 gallon. ‘People Who Make Oneida’ – When students, both past and present, and their parents, select a teacher for nomination for this column, his contribution to the community is worthy of notice. Such a man is Lloyd Sorensen, vocational agriculture instructor at Malad High School. His students cited his abilities as a teacher and his personal influence in their lives as worthy of notice. Many of them have requested Mr. Sorensen to speak at their missionary testimonials. He devotes much time to assisting students with their class projects outside the classroom, and also to give freely of his time to his Church. He is presently first counselor in the Third Ward LDS Bishopric. Mr. Sorensen and his wife, Celia, have five daughters, Nancy, a junior at MHS; Wendy, in the eighth grade; Linda, a fourth grader; twins Nadine and Irene, first graders, and a son, Craig, who will begin school this fall. 70 YEARS AGO (1956) Odell Rice, Utah State Agricultural College freshman will represent his school in the two-mile run at an eight-college meet to be held in Denver Colorado May 23. Rice recently placed first in the event during an Aggie-University of Utah-University of Montana meet held at Logan. Odell is the son of Mrs. Melba Jensen, Malad.
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30 YEARS AGO (1996) Oneida School District patrons of Zone 1 elected Don Buehler to a term on the board of trustees during polling Tuesday. Buehler will be seated on the board during the July meeting. Board Chairman Alden Neal will retain his seat for another year. After two years of intense study and training, JoDel Jones is on the brink of becoming a credentialed respiratory therapist technician, soon to open a Respiratory Therapy Department at the Oneida County Hospital. In addition to taking care of patients with acute respiratory problems, Oneida County Hospital’s New Respiratory Therapy Department will also be implementing preventative measures, such as pulmonary function tests, which alert physicians to early lung disease, cardiac stress testing and cardiac monitoring. Elder Michael Sperry has accepted a call to serve two years in the Nebraska Omaha Mission. He enters the MTC in Provo, Utah on June 5. He is the son of Bishop Craig and LaRee Sperry. Travis Gugelman, A Junior at Malad High School, brought home a Silver Medal from the State Speech Competition in Nampa, April 18 – 20th. Pictured in The Idaho Enterprise and holding on for a good ride is bareback rider Kirk Ward. High School Rodeo Club members participated in spite of a soaking rain on Friday night in Grace. Saturday night’s performance was cancelled and will be held Thursday in Preston.
50 YEARS AGO (1976) Malad School teachers Faye Thomas and Veryl Henrie, both retiring this spring, have taught a total of 64 years, and have probably seen some 1,600 students pass through their classrooms. David John, a sophomore majoring in Psychology, has been named to the scholastic honor roll at Brigham Young University for attaining a perfect 4.0 grade point average during the past quarter. A Malad graduate, he is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Dennis John. Some twenty friends gathered to honor a mother-to-be Friday evening, except no one knew who was expecting! The surprise baby shower was held at the home of Mrs. Shirley Grubb with Mrs. Phyllis Stayner as co-hostess. To ease the nerves of the jittery guests the mother-to-be was finally disclosed to be the one wearing the rose bud. Mrs. Grubb informs The Idaho Enterprise that those curious as to the identity of the honored guest may call anyone attending the party. Becky Crowther was advised last week that she has been chosen as a member of the Governor’s Idaho’s Bicentennial Honors Band. Mrs. Florence Ipsen Bowman, a special instructor of music at Ricks has been named the Woman of the Year for 1975-76 by the Ricks Faculty Women’s Association.
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NOTICES NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR VARIANCE AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS NOTICE is hereby given that an application for a variance has been filed with the Clerk of the City of Malad. The application has been made pursuant to Idaho Code and Malad City Ordinance #474 on the basis that the applicant’s proposal may be contrary to the Malad City Ordinance(s). The applicant’s name, summary, and location of the proposal are as follows: 1. Applicant(s): Michael Hartvigsen Jones and DeMille Engineering 71 S State Street Preston, ID 83263 2. Location of Subject Property: Street Address: Oneida County Library 31 N 100 W Malad City, ID 83252 Legal Description: Parcel Number: RP0087303 T-3303 T-3309 T-6496BLOCK N MALAD CITY 63-1050 3. Summary of Proposal: Applicants request a variance from the set back requirements for the library expansion which is located in a residential zone. WHEREFORE, PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that a public hearing will be held on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. before the Malad Planning and Zoning Commission, 59 Bannock Street, Malad, Idaho, to hear, review, discuss, deliberate upon and take public comment upon the application for a variance as described above. A L S O P L E A S E TA K E NOTICE that a public hearing w i l l b e h e l d o n Tu e s d a y, June 16, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. before the Malad City Council, 59 Bannock Street, Malad, Idaho, to hear, review, discuss, deliberate upon and take public comment upon the application for a variance as described above. All interested residents of Malad City are invited to attend either or both hearings and present written or oral testimony in favor of or in opposition to the application for a variance as described above. Materials and information relative to the application for a variance can be reviewed at Malad City Hall during normal office hours. D AT E D t h i s _ _ _ d a y o f ___________, 20____. JOAN W. HAWKINS, Mayor Malad City, Idaho ATTEST: SUSAN J. WITTMAN, City Clerk #5837-05-14-21-26-T2
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING 5/11/2026 Malad City, ID 83252 PUBLIC HEARING ONEIDA COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION Legal notice is hereby given that the ONEIDA PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION will hold a public hearing on June 3, 2026, at 6:00 pm at the Oneida County Event Center to consider the following: A P P L I C AT I O N : 2 6 0 0 2 0 Samaria Community Foundation DBA Malad Valley Heritage Square / Luke and Shayna Waldron DBA Farm Adventure Zone Map Amendment APPLICATION BY: Samaria Community Foundation DBA Malad Valley Heritage Square / Luke and Shayna Waldron DBA Farm Adventure P R O J E C T S U M M A R Y: Samaria Community Foundation DBA Malad Valley Heritage Square / Luke and Shayna Waldron DBA Farm Adventure would like to make a Zone map amendment to change the use from Residential to Commercial with limitations. PROJECT LOCATION: The project will be located on the corner of W 4500 S and S 4400 W, Mulitple lots in block 5 Samaria Townsite. You are invited to attend the public hearing and offer comments for consideration. WRITTEN COMMENTS regarding this application must be received by the Oneida County Planning and Zoning Office, 30 North 100 West, Malad City Idaho 83252 no later than five (5) business days, May 28, 2026, prior to the public hearing. #5838-05-14-21-26-T2 NOTICE “The Oneida County Republican Central Committee will be holding their 2026 Reorganization Meeting on Thursday May 28th at the Oneida County Senior Center (26 N. Main St) at 7:00 PM. The newly elected GOP Precinct Committeemen (PCs) will be nominating and electing the following new officers to serve for the next 2 years on the Oneida County Republican Central Committee: Committee Chairman, Vice Chairman, State Committeeman, State Committeewoman, State Yo u t h C o m m i t t e e p e r s o n , Secretary and Treasurer. The entire committee will then elect delegates and alternate delegates to represent Oneida County at this summer ’s Idaho GOP State Convention on June 18th -20th, 2026 in Meridan Idaho. To be elected has an officer, delegate or alternate delegate you must be a Registered Republican in Oneida County and reside in the County. To become a delegate or alternate delegate, you must also complete and sign the IDGOP Delegate Pledge Form. Delegate Pledge Forms are available at https:// idgop.org/wp-content/uploads/ sites/4/2026/05/2026-IdahoGOP-Delegate-Form.pdf and will be available at the Reorganization Meeting.» #5847-05-21-26-T1
Attorneys for Personal Representative IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF IDAHO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF ONEIDA MAGISTRATE DIVISION ) ) ) ) Deceased. ) ) _____________________________________)
Case No. CV36-26-0064 NOTICE TO CREDITORS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Taylor Marie Hess and Ronna Lee Hess have been appointed as Co-Personal Representatives of the above-named decedent. All persons having claims against the decedent or the estate are required to present their claims within four months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented to Taylor Marie Hess and Ronna Lee Hess, c/o Nathan J. Cuoio, Merrill & Merrill, Chartered, 109 North Arthur 5th Floor, Pocatello, Idaho 83204, and filed with the District Court of the Fifth Judicial District of the State of Idaho, in and for the County of Twin Falls, Magistrate's Division. DATED this 13th day of May, 2026. MERRILL & MERRILL, CHARTERED By: ___________________________________ Nathan J. Cuoio Attorneys for Personal Representative
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN tories, music, interviews, t h a t o n M o n d a y, J u n e 8 , 2026, at 1:00 p.m., at the or family gatherings—the Oneida County Event Center, center offers high-quality 459 South Main, Malad cassette-to-mp3 conversion. City, Idaho, the Board of Specialized playback equipCounty Commissioners of Oneida County will hold a ment ensures optimal sound public hearing to consider clarity, while staff assist in the adoption of a resolution editing and organizing your establishing a violation fee digital audio files. Once schedule and amending the digitized, these recordings County Planning & Zoning can be easily shared and fee schedule. Pursuant to archived. Idaho Code § 63-1311A, a public hearing is required prior to adoption of any new Video and Film: Multiple fee or any proposed fee Formats Digitized increase in excess of five • VHS and Camcorder percent (5%) of the amount Tapes: Bring your VHS of fees last collected prior to such decision. This hearing and other home video is being held in compliance tapes to be converted to with that requirement. The mp4, the universal digital proposed resolution includes video format. adoption of a new violation fee • 8mm & Super 8mm Film schedule establishing fees and penalties, including daily Reels: Using a profesaccruing fines for continuing sional machine, your film violations, and amendments reels are digitized frame to existing fees for land by frame, preserving color use permits, conditional and clarity while eliminatuse permits, and related development applications, ing flicker. The resulting including increases to mp4 files are ready for certain application fees and viewing and sharing. deposits and clarification of • CD/DVD Conversion: administrative processing and Audio CDs and video review costs. P r opos e d Viola t ion Fe e DVDs are transferred to Schedule: mp4, ensuring compatibilFailure to obtain required ity with modern devices. building or land use permits These should be personal before commencing work and not commercial CDs/ (first offense): $250 Retroactive building permit or DVDs with copyrights. zoning fee: two (2) times the normal permit fee Document Digitization: Stop-work order enforcement: Large Format and Book $50 Scanners Second offense or repeat violation: $500 to $1,000 • Large Format Scanners: Legal and administrative Perfect for newspapers, costs: actual County costs maps, genealogy charts, beginning at $100 and oversized documents, Proposed Planning & these high-resolution scanZoning Fee Schedule Amendments: ners capture every detail, Conditional Use Permit including color and texture, application: increase from and produce crisp, search$500 to $1,500 able PDF or image files. Planned Unit Development: • Book Scanner: Designed increase from $650 + $20/lot to $3,000 + $20/lot to manage bound materiRezone application: increase als gently, the book scanfrom $1,000 to $1,500 ner allows you to digitize The foregoing fee and each page without dampenalty amounts are not aging delicate bindings intended to be an exclusive list of all provisions under or covers. Software helps consideration, and the Board you straighten images and may consider additional remove shadows, making or revised fees, penalties, old books or scrapbooks and related provisions at easily accessible and the public hearing. A copy of the proposed resolution printable. is available for public inspection at the office of the Photo, Slide, and Oneida County Clerk during Negative Digitization regular business hours. All interested persons are invited • Fast Photo Scanners: Cato attend and be heard. pable of processing hunWritten comments may also dreds of prints per hour, be submitted to the County these scanners are ideal Clerk’s Office no later than for large batches of pho5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, tos. Each image is saved 2026. at high resolution, and opOneida County, Idaho tional color correction re stores faded originals. Shanci Dorius, Deputy Clerk #5846-05-21-28-26-T2
• Slide Scanner: Convert 35mm slides into digital files with exceptional clarity, preserving vibrant colors and details from
decades past. • Negative Light Board: For strips of negatives, staff guide you through a process that transforms them into digital positives, revealing hidden gems from your collection. • Flatbed Scanner: Versatile and gentle, flatbed scanners accommodate fragile photos, documents, artwork, and odd-sized items, producing clear, high-quality digital images. Expert Guidance and Digital Organization The center is staffed by friendly, knowledgeable professionals ready to guide you through each step. They’ll help select the right equipment, troubleshoot issues, and advise on organizing your files. Digital outputs can be stored on USB drives, uploaded to cloud storage, or integrated directly into your FamilySearch account for easy access and sharing worldwide. Why Digitize? Digitizing protects your history from physical decay, loss, and technological obsolescence. It allows you to share stories, images, and voices with future generations anywhere in the world. At the FamilySearch Digitizing Center, you’ll find a welcoming environment and all the tools needed to transform your family’s legacy into a digital archive, ensuring that your memories remain vivid, accessible, and secure. Computers The Center also has three computers in the digitizing room and nine computers in the FamilySearch room where you can use free software to search your family tree and upload your memories. Histories and Obituaries
The Center offers an extensive collection of obituaries and local histories to browse. Many of these records, along with Malad High School yearbooks, are also available online at https://maladvalleyfamilyhistory.org/ Everyone is Welcome ~ No Charge All these services are free to anyone. The FamilySearch Center is open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1 pm to 8 pm every week. You can call for an appointment (208) 766-2332 or just bring your memories and come.
Baby Mountain Lion needs a name
Nathan J. Cuoio MERRILL & MERRILL, CHARTERED 109 N. Arthur, 5th Floor Pocatello, Idaho 83204 (208) 232-2286 (208) 232-2499 Telefax Idaho State Bar No. 9203 nate@mmlawid.com
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Full disclosure, my daughter is a zookeeper at the zoo in Pocatello, and has been telling me how cute the new mountain lion cub is for weeks. Now that the news is official, I can tell you that Zoo Idaho in Pocatello has welcomed the new cougar kitten, and is asking the community to help choose her name. The mountain lion kitten was found orphaned and in need of medical treatment near Afton, Wyoming. She was treated and cared for by Alpine Animal Hospital and Zoo Idaho staff, and is now healthy and thriving at the zoo. Zoo sources say the cougar is expected to make her public debut in her exhibit by mid-summer, once she is large enough and adjusted to her surrounding. In the meantime, the zoo is inviting the public to submit name suggestions. Community members can suggest one name in the comments on Zoo Idaho’s Facebook or Instagram pages, or by emailing “yourzoo@pocatello.gov” before May 22, which is this Friday. After submissions close, Zoo
This baby still needs a name. Email "yourzoo@pocatello.gov" with your pick.
Idaho staff will select three finalist names. The public will then have the opportunity to vote for their favorite through a five-dollar donation. Zoo Idaho is a local biome zoo, which features animals native to the area. It also serves as a rescue location for animals that cannot be reintroduced to the wild for a variety of reasons. C Y
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We Salute the Malad High School Graduating Class of 2026
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Cameron Allen
Mason Alvarez
Levi Angell
Brayden Arnout
Addison Ashby
Braylin Beutler
Cam Bingham
Emma Bird
Brooks Blaisdell
Karma Blazor
Parley Bodily
Kyle Brackin
Destiny Brees
Cale Briggs
Matthew Briscoe
Boston Burbidge
Jefferson Buttars
Carter Carey
Quade Carter
Mordecai Charles
Denae Colgrove
Shane Cornwall
Taylor Cowdin
Ayden DeVore
Jaylee Ekstrom
Rusty Adams Foy
Bronson Garrett
Zander Giles
Kylie Halajian
Quincee Hammer
Scarlet Hawkes
Isabella Haycock
Holdyn Higley
Aaliyah Hobson
Jens Huckaby
Kyler Hutchens
William Jackson
Jaezie Jensen
Caden Jeppson
Daxton Jimenez
Brylee Jones
Brynnlee Jones
Mikell Keetch
Zane Komrofske
Emma Lloyd
Logan Maroney
Chase Martin
Austin Mathews
Rebecca McCracken
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May 21, 2026
We Salute the Malad High School Graduating Class of 2026
Kendan McCullough
Kiley Miller
Purity Miller
Porter Mills
Rydon Montgomery
Tamra Moss
Olivia Nelson
Bayli Nesbit
Sabrina Nipko
Rachel Ostrom
Ayden Potter
Miley Price
Zachary Reiss
Caleb Roe
Kendra Rupp
Tylynn Ryver
Beth Schardine
Adilyn Schow
Sparro Scott
Aubrey Shulz
Paisley Smith
Justin Toone
McCoy VanBebber
Braxton Vanderwoude
Kurt Ward
Addison Williams
Evvie Williams
Jack Willie
Samuel Willie
Alina Willis
Sariah Wolfe
George Woolley
Aly Wright
Tylee Wright
Jaquelynn Young
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SPORTS Dragons take second at State BY ALLISON ELIASON
It was an exciting state championship run for the Malad Dragon baseball team, filled with highs and lows that culminated in a runner-up finish for the 2026 team. Throughout the four-game tournament, Malad showed steady competitiveness and resilience as they went up against the best teams in the state. The Dragons finished with 25 hits across 119 plate appearances, turning those opportunities into 26 runs while also adding 12 stolen bases to apply consistent pressure on offense. Defensively, Malad held together well under sustained pressure, finishing with a .920 fielding percentage. While not flawless, the Dragons made routine plays to stay competitive and limit the damage in key moments of the game. The Dragons began the tournament with a strong 7–4 win over the Salmon Savages. After a near score for the Savages, Malad answered quickly when Easton Green doubled to begin the first inning, later scoring on an RBI single from Carter Carey. Hudson Daniels added a second run to the score in the second inning, getting on base with a double before Green batted him on a ground hit to shortstop. Salmon tied the game in the third inning, but the lead was only temporary as Ky Willie, Green, and Cale Briggs batted in Ethan Horsley, Daniels, Willie, and Green to widen the gap to 6-2 in the bottom of the fifth. Malad managed to hold the lead through the remaining innings, eventually winning 7-4. On the mound, Kurt Ward settled in after the early innings, delivering key strikeouts to keep Salmon from gaining momentum. The hurler maxed out on pitches before Green came in as relief pitch. With the first win behind them, the Dragons were set to play against #2 seed, the Orofino Maniacs. Their highly competitive opponent came
The MHS baseball team with their runner up finish at the IHSAA tournament.
in swinging, making a statement as they led Malad 7-2 at the top of the fifth inning. Malad worked to dig themselves out of the deficit, adding runs in the fifth. The MHS team was gaining momentum as Willie and Green worked the bases together to frustrate the Maniac defense. As one would attempt stealing a base, the other would take off as well, forcing their opponents to decide where to make the play. The cousins played the game right, Willie stealing home with Green following as Briggs hit a sacrifice fly to left field to bring the score within three. Unfortunately, Orofino continued to score, racking up nine as they played through the sixth inning. Malad narrowed the game again in the seventh, adding runs by Briggs and Dawsyn Peterson. Just a short time later, the Dragons were pitted against the Melba Mustangs in a game to decide which team would face the Orofino for a second time in the championship game. Up to bat first, Melba came out strong to put up two runs in the first inning. It
wasn’t until the bottom of the second that Malad responded, taking the lead with three runs of their own. On base with a single to right field, Carey started the batting for the Dragons. Despite two quick outs, Carey managed a scoring run to put Malad on the board. Daniels hit a ground ball to shortstop, earning the RBI as Ward tied the game before Willie’s single punched Daniels in to take the lead. It continued to be a defensive game as both teams remained scoreless until Malad added a fourth run in the bottom of the fourth inning. Melba mounted a comeback, tying the game before shortstop Peterson ended the inning with a ground out. The two teams continued to trade runs back and forth. But it was the bottom of the sixth inning that Malad claimed dominance with a string of six runs. With runners on first and second, Carey stepped up to hit a triple on his first pitch at the plate. In return, Ward singled to bat Carey in to set the score at 10-5. With another single from Daniels, Holdyn Higley and Ward scored, followed by Horsley to stretch the lead to 5-13.
Saturday afternoon marked the championship game against Orofino, a game that clearly set apart the championship team. In the bottom of the first inning, the Maniacs opened the game scoring 10 runs to take an insurmountable lead. Adding four more runs in the bottom of the second inning, Orofino found themselves up 14-0. While their bats were hot, the Maniac’s defense was on point as well, keeping the Dragons scoreless each inning. Due to the run rule, the game was called early in the middle of the fifth inning, awarding the state runner-up title to Malad. After a strong season, first runner up was a bittersweet accomplishment for the team. Regardless, the 2026 season was shaped by an impressive 24-6 record, with losses coming from teams outside Malad’s conference. Even more defining for the team was the measurable progress seen from one game to the next as demonstrated by losses dealt from March Valley and Preston that were later turned into winning games after adjusting, training and playing with true Dragon grit.
Lady Dragons battle hard at State, take 4th BY ALLISON ELIASON
Winning the 4/5 3A district tournament, the Lady Dragons earned their berth to the IHSAA state softball tournament. Held at Lakeside and Lakeland High Schools north of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho May 14-16, the MHS team was seeded #3, prepared to compete against the best teams of the state. Finishing the tournament in fourth place, the team prided themselves on the great accomplishments of not only the tournament but of the season as the young team stepped into new roles and found great success. As the season wrapped up, Head Coach Bri Adams commented, “Obviously nobody goes into the state tournament looking for 4th place, right? But that being said, I knew from the get-go of the season that it was going to be tough competition. Most teams didn’t graduate many last year. Every team at state except for us had seniors pitching. We graduated 7 starters and had a very young team and I’m so darn proud of them for their season. We may not have had our best showing at state but they gave us coaches their best and that’s all we can ever ask of them.” Playing in game three of the tournament, Malad took on the Kellogg Wildcats, providing a nailbiting experience until the very last play of the game. Defense dominated the game, both teams remaining scoreless until the fifth inning. In the bottom of the fifth, the Lady Dragons finally made their way around the bases, Liddia Gonzalez scoring after being walked on base, stealing third, and finishing her way across home base on a passed ball to take the lead 1-0. The Wildcats answer in the next inning, batting in a run of their own on a defensive error by the Lady Dragons to tie the game. Neither team managed a successful run in the seventh inning, pushing the game into extra innings. In the top of the ninth, Kellogg began the inning with a runner on second. A base hit advanced the runner to third, who was batted in on a sacrifice fly to Gonzalez. Pitcher Sarah Toone struck out the following batter before the Wildcats loaded the bases. Instead of falling to the pressure, the MHS team stepped up to get the out and prevent any additional runs by Kellogg. Down by one, Malad knew this offensive inning would decide the game. Senior Aubrey Shulz was sent to second base with Stella Merja at the plate to bat. Fueled with drive and desire to win, Merja ripped a hit to center field, a triple bagger to punch in Shulz and tie the game. Toone followed at the plate, connecting with the first pitching. Despite the Wildcat fielder making the catch, Merja tagged up at third before running home with the winning score of the game. C Y
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The Last Dragon softball team placed fourth after going 2-2 at the IHSAA state tournament
The win advanced Malad through the bracket, pitting them against the Parma Panthers the following day. Malad came out slow, compiling three outs in their first at bats. In contrast, Parma began the game in a strong fashion, tallying three runs in the first inning. Settling into their game, the MHS defense held the Panther’s scoreless over the next three innings, while putting up three runs by Harlee Maddox, Merja, and Toone. Unfortunately the Panthers weren’t finished and retook the lead 6-3 in the bottom of the fifth. The top of the seventh inning closed the gap for the Lady Dragons by one as Maci Arnout hit a single to center field to bat in Gonzalez. But a strikeout put an end to the inning, Malad coming up short, 4-6. Coming from behind, the MHS ties the game at four points in the bottom of the fifth inning as they took on the Orofino Maniacs in their second game of the day. WIth the bases loaded, Maddox singled for an RBI. Arnout followed with an unfortunate out ground out to second, but provided the opportunity for Logan Maroney to add a run to the MHS score. Kialey Pickkett hit an additional sacrifice hit to help tie the game as Maddox ran across home. It was in the bottom of the fifth that Malad took over the lead, Shulz scoring on a single by Merja. Both teams remained scoreless through the final innings, awarding the game to Malad, 5-4. That evening the Lady Dragons took the field to take on the familiar competition, the North Fremont
Huskies. The game began with a defensive battle with both teams going scoreless through four innings. Malad’s defense looked sharp from the start behind solid pitching from Kyndall Tanner and several clean plays in the field. The Huskies kept Malad quiet with a string of unlucky strikeouts. Malad threatened a scoring run several times but couldn’t bring a runner home. North Fremont finally broke through in the fifth inning, scoring two runs to take the lead. Despite having several runners in scoring range, Malad couldn’t finish their way around the bases, losing 0-2. The second loss ended the team’s state run, finishing in fourth place. Thinking back over the season and the Lady Dragon’s accomplishments, Coach Adams shared, “I’m most proud of their character! These girls are such good girls! As coaches we are asked to win games and yes that’s what keeps it fun, but even more rewarding for us is to see these girls bounce back mentally after an error or a strike out. We talked about how life is going to get them down and learning these things in sports will help them so much outside of sports.” Not only did Coach Adams express her pride but also gave thanks for the team she had, saying, “I’m grateful for the girls, for rolling with me being out to have a baby, the coaches being shuffled around, assistant coaches filling in for me and supporting me in my role as mom. It was a fun season and I’m so proud of the girls. But most of all I’m sad it’s over and we have to wait a year to try again.” C Y
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SPORTS Dragons bring home State trophies for track BY ALLISON ELIASON
Competing in the culminating state track meet had been on the horizon for many MHS athletes. The two-day event served as a milestone for many, a day set aside to stand on the podium, medal with teammates, and reach personal goals they had worked toward all season long. For many, those dreams were realized, while for others, the accomplishment came in simply leaving everything they had on the track. The meet began Friday morning at 9:30 a.m. with the 3200M race. Senior Bostyn Burbidge and freshman Jace Nalder stepped up to the starting line to kick off the meet for the MHS team. Each had a different plan in mind — Burbidge thinking through his times and splits, Nalder mentally saying, “I’m simply racing to win!” As the minutes and laps ticked down, it was Malad’s Burbidge who crossed the finish line first, winning the race with a time of 9:36.50. Not far behind was Nalder, running an incredible personal-best time of 9:59.18. Their counterparts in the girls 3200M had an excellent showing as well, with Aezlyn Summers earning sixth place with a personal-best time of 12:04.54, followed by teammates Ellie Angell and Kallee Talbot. The strong MHS finishes provided exactly the spark Malad needed to begin the season-end-
ing meet. While the track featured preliminary races for the remainder of the day, several Malad athletes competed in their final field events. At the pole vault pits, Braun Nalder honed in on the event, eventually clearing 13’ to finish in fourth place. Across the field, several MHS jumpers competed in the high jump and triple jump, with multiple athletes earning spots on the podium. Braun Nalder placed first in the triple jump, securing the win with a jump of 42’ 9”. In the high jump, senior Matt Briscoe excelled with a height of 5’ 10” to medal in sixth place. Brielle Bastian jumped 33’ 7.5” for fifth place in the triple jump, while Somerli Nalder competed in the long jump as well. Justin Toone competed in multiple field events throughout the day, including javelin, high jump, and triple jump. Mordecai Charles marked a personal record in the shot put, becoming the first MHS boys thrower to qualify for state in several years, an accomplishment he had worked toward for four seasons. The pressure mounted as day two of the meet began, with final races and the remaining field events set to determine team standings. Kaycee Venable competed in the pole vault, finishing sixth with a height of 9’. Izzy Haycock and Tavanie Steed stood out in the javelin event, both throwing personal records
The Men’s track and field team collectively placed 2nd at the IHSAA state meet.
of 112’ 1” and 98’ 11” to take second and sixth place, respectively. Braun Nalder rounded out the long jump placers in sixth with a distance of 20’ 3.75”. As the field events closed out, the focus turned heavily to the racing events, where Malad delivered a number of standout performances. Seniors Burbidge (1:59.78, 4:30.82) and Levi Angell (2:00.13, 4:41.92) placed third and fourth in both the 800M and 1600M races, giving everything they had and ending their track careers with personal records in both events. Summers and Ellie Angell similarly set new personal bests in the 800M and 1600M races. Braun Nalder placed second in the 300M hurdles with a time of 39.52. In a heartbreaking moment, Venable, who appeared poised to win the 300M hurdles, clipped the final hurdle and was unable to finish the race. Brielle Bastian led the field in the 400M race, winning with a personal-record time of 59.43. Halie Palmer took fifth in the event with a time of 1:02.37. Palmer also raced in the 200M finals, finishing fourth in 26.58. Intermixed throughout the meet, the MHS relay teams also found success at the finish line. The boys medley relay team of Brex Martinsen, Parker Price, Levi Angell, and Burbidge placed third with a time of 3:36.24. Matt Briscoe, Brex Martinsen, Rylinn Beck, and Easton Green took fifth in the 4x200
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relay with a time of 1:34.32. Finishing the final event of the meet, the 4x400 relay team of Levi Angell, Jeremiah Peterson, Beckston Green, and Parker Price placed sixth, helping secure the Malad boys team as state runner-up. The MHS girls team also saw success in the relays, with each team earning a medal finish. The medley relay team of Annika Wright, Karlee Williams, Brielle Bastian, and Halie Palmer placed third with a time of 1:53.16. In the final race and last opportunity to earn team points, Bastian, Somerli Nalder, Venable, and Palmer captured second place in the 4x400 relay with a time of 4:16.58. Because athletes do not compete in a perfect world, the final meet of the season brought its share of frustrations, heartbreaks, and moments of second-guessing. Yet alongside those disappointments came breakthrough performances, unexpected finishes, and personal records that reflected months of dedication and hard work. Coaches spoke proudly of the way athletes responded when events did not go as planned, continuing to compete with resilience and determination. For the seniors especially, the meet served as a fitting conclusion to their careers, finishing strong while leaving behind a standard of effort and commitment for the younger athletes to follow.
A fourth place finish for the girls track and field team at the IHSAA meet.
IHSAA 3A Track & Field Championships Friday, May 15 - Saturday, May 16, 2026 Middelton HS, Middleton, Idaho Mens Results Team Scores 1. Nampa Christian 109.5 2. Malad 80.5 3. West Side 77.5 4. North Fremont 62 5. Aberdeen 52.5 6. Ririe 44 6. St Maries 44 8. Melba 42 9. Kellogg 34 10. Soda Springs 32 Individual Results 100 MetersPrelims 13. Easton Green 11.48 PB 800 Meters- Finals 3. Boston Burbidge 1:59.78 PB 4. Levi Angell 2:00.13 PB 1600 Meters- Finals 3. Boston Burbidge 4:30.82 4. Levi Angell 4:41.92 PB 3200 Meters- Finals 1. Boston Burbidge 9:36.50 3. Jace Nalder 9:59.15 PB 300m Hurdles 36”- Finals 2. Braun Nalder 39.52 300m Hurdles 36”- Prelims 4. Braun Nalder 39.88 4x100 Relay- Finals
8. Chase Martin, Easton Green, Brex Martinsen, & Justin Toone 45.61 4x200 Relay- Finals 5. Matt Briscoe, Brex Martinsen, Rylinn Beck, & Easton Green 1:34.32 4x400 Relay- Finals 6. Levi Angell, Jeremiah Peterson, Beckston Green, & Parker Price 3:41.35 SMR 1600m - [200-200-400800]- Finals 3. Brex Martinsen, Parker Price, Levi Angell, & Boston Burbidge 3:36.24 Shot Put- Finals 12. Mordecai Charles 42’ 4”PB Javelin- Finals 13. Justin Toone 122’ 0” High Jump- Finals 6. Matt Briscoe 5’ 10” 9. Justin Toone 5’ 10” Pole Vault- Finals 4. Braun Nalder 13’ 0” Long Jump- Finals 6. Braun Nalder 20’ 3.75” Triple Jump- Finals 1. Braun Nalder 42’ 9” 10. Matt Briscoe 39’ 8.25”
15. Justin Toone 38’ 6.25” Womens Results Team Scores 1. Nampa Christian 118 2. Firth 107 3. Ririe 56 4. Malad 54.5 5. Parma 50 5. West Side 50 5. West Jefferson 50 8. Aberdeen 47 9. St Maries 41 10. Declo 38 100 Meters- Prelims 12. Annika Wright 13.38 200 Meters- Finals 4. Halie Palmer 26.58 200 Meters- Prelims 4. Halie Palmer 26.38 400 Meters- Finals 1. Brielle Bastian 59.43 PB 5. Halie Palmer 1:02.37 400 Meters- Prelims 1. Brielle Bastian 1:00.34 4. Halie Palmer 1:00.90 800 Meters- Finals 11. Aezlyn Summers 2:34.79 PB 1600 Meters- Finals
MMS Track’s impressive season ends BY ALLISON ELIASON
The first weekend in May marked the end of the middle school track season for the Malad Middle School Knights. The 6th-8th grade team was made up of nearly 100 athletes that outperformed the competition on a number of levels. Throughout the short season, the 6th and combined 7th-8th grade teams were named #1 seven times, with several close second place finishes. The team wins were only made possible by the strong individual finishes. With great talent, training, and coaching, the skilled and driven middle school athletes rose to the top of the competition week after week. As the season C Y
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progressed, so did their times, distances, and confidence in their abilities. Speaking of the team’s accomplishments, Coach Brady Price shared, “We competed at six different meets including our district meet. We were lucky to have great weather this year for most of our meets. The kids worked hard and many personal best times or distances were improved this year. Our 6th grade was lower in number, but these athletes competed in up to four events each to make up for the lower numbers. For our older teams we had really strong athletes in both sprints and distance races as well as our field events. “One highlight was how well we competed at the 5th district invitational.
This meet included teams from all over south east Idaho and from all sizes. At this meet our Boys team won and our Girls came in 2nd place.” Continuing about the district meet, he continued, “The district meet was held here in Malad. It was great to watch the athletes compete in their last meet at such a high level. We saw many kids step up that week to help our team score better. With the conclusion of the regular season we will have a few kids who qualified to compete at the YMCA meet in Boise against middle schoolers from all over Idaho.” District meet team results 7th/8th Boys - 1st 7th/8th Girls - 4th
9. Aezlyn Summers 5:44.72 PB 11. Ellie Angell 5:55.85 PB 3200 Meters- Finals 6. Aezlyn Summers 12:04.54 PB 8. Ellie Angell 12:45.23 PB 12. Kallee Talbot 13:03.35 100m Hurdles 33”- Prelims 12. Samantha Schrenk 17.73a 300m Hurdles 30”- Prelims 1. Kaycee Venable 46.31 PB 15. Samantha Schrenk 53.15 4x400 Relay- Finals 2. Brielle Bastian, Mikell Keetch, Kaycee Venable, &Halie Palmer 4:16.58 SMR 800m- [100-100-200-400] Finals 3. Annika Wright, Karlee Williams, Brielle Bastian, & Halie Palmer 1:53.16 Javelin -Finals 2. Izzy Haycock 112’ 1”PB 6. Tavanie Steed 98’ 11”PB Pole Vault - Finals 6. Kaycee Venable 9’ 0” Long Jump- Finals 16. Somerli Nalder 13’ 6” Triple Jump- Finals 5. Brielle Bastian 33’ 7.5”
6th Boys - 3rd 6th Girls - 1st
This year's new team records
BOYS 100M - Zachary Briscoe - 12.33 200M - Zachary Briscoe - 24.79 400M - Zachary Briscoe - 55.66 200H - Jaxson Kimberling - 29.82 SMR - Z. Briscoe, W. Smith, L. Berry, J. Kimberling - 1:49.46 GIRLS 400M - Bryten Bastian - 1:03.9 200H - Bryten Bastian - 31.41 4X400 - C. Shrenk, B. Venable, S. Gleckler, B.Bastian - 4:36.27 High Jump - Cheznie Hannum - 4’10”
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